Aussiestatman wrote:
Aussiestatman wrote:
Last September lined up for her debut at the classic distance with an aim to run 2.22. Finished sixth in 2.23.57. In June won Zwolle in 69.29 and in 2018 was runner up in Vento in 68.41.
Following are my thoughts in my Saitama marathon thread:
Aussiestatman wrote:
I thought I might use the extra time to share some thoughts about six women who debuted in marathons this year.
The next is the overrated: Melat Kejeta, talked herself up in the lead-up to Berlin. Was only ranked 95 as a road runner with a best half time of 68.41. Ran sixth in 2.23.57.
Overrated? She said her goal was 2:22 she missed it by less than 2 minutes, THAT CAN HAPPEN especially in the Marathon.